Bollywood actor Rajpal Yadav, known for his comedic roles, is facing serious legal troubles as he is currently incarcerated in Delhi's Tihar Jail. He has been charged with a bounced check case involving a debt of 9 crore rupees. Despite promising to repay the loan gradually, he failed to do so, leading the court to order his surrender. Rajpal turned himself in to the authorities on February 5.

The financial woes of the actor date back to 2010 when he took out a loan of 5 crore rupees to produce his directorial debut film titled 'Ata Pata Lapata'. Unfortunately, the film, released on November 2, 2012, was a box office failure, grossing only 47 lakh rupees against its budget of 11 crore rupees. This financial loss has significantly impacted Yadav's career and led him to struggle with his debts, which eventually spiraled out of control, culminating in his current incarceration.

Rajpal Yadav's case not only highlights the pressures faced by actors in the film industry regarding financial management, particularly in film production, but it also serves as a cautionary tale for aspiring filmmakers about the risks involved in borrowing money for creative projects. The actor's situation brings attention to the personal costs artists may endure when their professional endeavors do not meet expectations.